PRIMER OR UNDERCOAT FOR WOOD

If the existing paint layer is still completely intact, you only need to degrease and sand it before you can start painting. But if it is a bad surface or untreated wood, a primer is really necessary for a nice end result. Also if you are going to change color - so from dark to light - then primer ensures a better color result. 

LAB WOOD PRIMER FOR OUTDOORS

Are you going to work outside with wood varnish? Then a primer will protect the wood against weather influences and moisture. LAB wood primer outside is an extremely suitable base coat for wood outside that you want to finish with LAB outside varnish. It promotes the durability and gloss retention of the subsequent layers. Indispensable for good painting!

LAB WOOD PRIMER FOR INDOORS

LAB wood primer interior is a high-quality, durable and water-based primer from the Netherlands. Covers well, is low-odor and very easy to sand. This primer ensures good adhesion and has a major positive effect on the durability of subsequent layers. The ideal start for those who want to apply LAB interior paint over wood.

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For hardwoods with a lot of tannins - oak for example - a primer also helps to prevent bleeding. **Exotic wood**: For hardwoods or wood with a lot of tannins (for example oak) a primer helps to prevent bleeding. 

- **Damp or outdoor wood**: Primer protects against the elements and prevents damage to the wood. 

The benefits of a primer for wood: 

1. **Improved adhesion** 

Wood is a natural material that paint cannot adhere well without a primer. Primer ensures a good bond between the wood and the finish. 

2. **Protection of the wood** 

Primer prevents moisture from penetrating the wood, which can cause warping, mold or wood rot. 

3. **Leveling the surface** 

Primer fills in small grains and imperfections in the wood, making the surface smoother and requiring less paint. 

4. **Prevents breakdown** 

Untreated wood can release tannins (resins and oils) and stains that become visible in the paint layer. Primer prevents this problem. 

5. **Better color coverage** 

A primer provides a neutral base, which ensures a more even and better covering end result, especially when going from a dark to a light colour. 

Nowadays you can have primer mixed in color, which is much easier.' 
 

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### **When do you use primer on wood?** 

- **Untreated Wood**: Primer is essential on untreated or new wood. 

- **Painted wood**: When painting over an old layer of paint, a primer is sometimes necessary, especially if the old layer is damaged. 

- **Exotic wood**: For hardwoods or wood with a lot of tannins (such as oak), a primer helps to prevent staining. 

- **Damp or outdoor wood**: Primer protects against the elements and prevents damage to the wood. 

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### **Types of primer for wood** 

1. **Water-based primer**: 

- Quick drying. 

- Environmentally friendly (low VOCs). 

- Suitable for indoor use. 

2. **Solvent-based primer**: 

- Strong and suitable for outdoor use. 

- Longer drying time, but better protection against moisture. 

3. **Special wood primers**: 

- For hardwood, MDF, or plywood. 

- With specific properties such as anti-circulatory agents. 

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### **How ​​to apply primer to wood?** 

1. **Preparation**: 

- Clean the wood and remove any dust. 

- Lightly sand the surface to ensure good adhesion. 

2. **Apply**: 

- Use a brush or roller. 

- Apply a thin, even layer. 

3. **Drying**: 

- Allow the primer to dry completely (see packaging for drying time). 

4. **Sanding and dusting**: 

- Lightly sand the dry primer with fine sandpaper (P240) to obtain a smooth surface. 

5. **Finish**: 

- Apply the final coat of paint. 

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With a good primer you ensure that your wooden surface is protected and that the top coat looks nice and even! 🎨